the product isn't from Puebla, about a two-hour drive southeast of Mexico City. The tainted herb has been linked to outbreaks of cyclosporiasis, the FDA alert states. In 2014, more than 300 peopleRead more

to Bloomberg. The reason for such steep precaution comes as a result of outbreaks of cyclosporiasis that sickened at least 304 people last year. Cyclosporiasis is a parasite that can cause severe diarrheaRead more

. Surprisingly, most contamination occurred long before food was prepared. 6 Surprising Sources of Food Poisoning 1. Salad Products – cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection caused by the parasite CyclosporaRead more

Cyclosporiasis

Disease

Cyclosporiasis is an infection with the protozoan Cyclospora cayetanensis, a pathogen transmitted by feces or feces-contaminated fresh produce and water. Outbreaks have been reported due to contaminated fruits and vegetables. It is not spread from person to person, but can be a hazard for travelers by being a cause of diarrhea.When an oocyst of Cyclospora cayetanensis enters the small intestine...More